Celebrity MasterChef Contestants 2025
The Celebrity MasterChef 2025 kitchen is sizzling with celebrities from TV mainstays to sporting legends all ready to show what they’ve got beyond the cameras and stadium lights. If you’re tuning in for personalities, backstories, or just rooting for wild-card underdogs, this year’s contestants have plenty to dish out.
Alfie Boe
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Actor and singer, age 52.
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Famous for powerhouse performances in musical theater, especially as Jean Valjean in Les Misérables and in La bohème.
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Instagram: @mralfieboe
Big-voiced, big-hearted, and known for breaking into song mid-sentence, Alfie might just serenade the soufflé.
Alun Wyn Jones
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Former rugby union player, age 40.
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Most capped rugby union player in history—158 for Wales, 12 for the British and Irish Lions.
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Instagram: @alun.wyn.jones
After facing scrums and furious tackles on the field, the MasterChef kitchen doesn’t scare him. If determination was an ingredient, he’d win on flavor alone.
Antony Costa
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Singer, age 44.
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Best known for time with boyband Blue and a recent stint in Mamma Mia! The Party.
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Instagram: @antonycosta
He’s swapped lyrics for ladles—expect some classic boyband charm with every dish.
Ashley Cain
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TV personality and former pro footballer, age 35.
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Played for Coventry City, Luton Town, Oxford United. Now fronting tough documentaries.
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Instagram: @mrashleycain
Known for jumping headfirst into extreme challenges, Ashley’s high-energy approach just might mean he flames out—or lights up—the competition.
Chris Hughes
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TV personality, age 32.
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Rose to fame on Love Island and recently seen on Celebrity Big Brother.
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Instagram: @chrishughesofficial
TV’s affable nice guy, who proves there’s life—and maybe a hidden chef’s streak—after villa drama.
Dawn O'Porter
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Author and journalist, age 46.
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Known for books like So Lucky and Cat Lady.
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Instagram: @hotpatooties
From pen to pan, Dawn brings a witty, no-nonsense — and probably well-researched — presence.
Gaz Choudhry
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Former wheelchair basketball player, age 40.
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Paralympian who played for Team GB.
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Instagram: @gaz_choudhry
Gaz is used to fierce competition. The drive it takes to medal is the same that’ll have him going for gold in the galley.
Ginger Johnson
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Drag queen, age 37.
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Winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK 2023.
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Instagram: @houseofjohnson
Expect big personality and even bigger flavors, plus a side of effortless style.
Jaki Graham
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Singer-songwriter, age 69.
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Known for the UK hit “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love”.
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Instagram: @jakigrahamofficial
A seasoned performer bringing soulful warmth (and hopefully soulful food!) to the kitchen.
Jamie Lomas
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Actor, age 50.
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Familiar face as Warren Fox on Hollyoaks and turns on EastEnders, Coronation Street.
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Instagram: @jamielomas21
From dramatic soap standoffs to midweek soufflés—expect flair, maybe a sneaky plot-twist or two.
Jodie Ounsley
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TV personality, age 24.
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From rugby to TV, known as ‘Fury’ on Gladiators.
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Instagram: @jodieounsley
Sporty and strong, Jodie’s determined energy should keep her in the running—unless the blender wins.
Katie McGlynn
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Actress, age 32.
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Noted for soap roles in Waterloo Road, Coronation Street, and Hollyoaks.
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Instagram: @katiexmcglynn
Switching scripts for spatulas, Katie’s ready to prove she can handle heat—on or off camera.
Michelle Heaton
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Singer and actress, age 46.
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Famous with Liberty X and admired for candidness about her health journey.
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Instagram: @wonderwomanshel
A fighter in spirit and on the plate, Michelle’s resilience makes her a standout.
Noreen Khan
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TV/radio presenter and comedian.
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Hosted on BBC Asian Network for over a decade before branching into comedy.
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Instagram: @officialnoreenkhan
Warm, witty, and quick on her feet—bet on Noreen for some quick-witted kitchen banter alongside the baking.
Uma Jammeh
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TV personality, age 25.
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Gained fame on Love Island and works with L’Oréal Paris as an influencer.
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Instagram: @umajammeh
Bringing the influencer sparkle—Uma has a knack for staying cool (and stylish) regardless of pressure.
When Did Celebrity MasterChef Start?
This season launched on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer right as the heat of winter set in and kitchens across the UK filled with TV’s signature sizzle. It’s a tradition: Block out your Monday nights for the next few weeks, as 15 celebrities dive headlong into a total of 15 episodes of culinary chaos and charm.
Celebrity MasterChef Start Time and Schedule
Episodes air three times a week:
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Mondays at 9pm
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Tuesdays at 8pm
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Thursdays at 9pm
Disclaimer
Information is provided for entertainment purposes and general guidance only. Details on contestants, episodes, and schedules are subject to change based on official BBC updates. Viewer discretion is advised. This article cannot guarantee accuracy of broadcast times or outcomes. Please check BBC One and iPlayer for the latest Celebrity MasterChef updates.
